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SaveRuston trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Hiking and Trail Running. Popular destinations include Lincoln Parish Park.
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- Mountain Bike
12 trails
- Horse
0 trails
- Hike
5 trails
- Trail Running
5 trails
- Dirtbike/Moto
0 trails
- ATV/ORV/OHV
0 trails
Region Details
- 4
- 8
Region Status
Open as of Sep 6, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 12
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 12
- Trails E-Bike
- 12
- Trails Hike
- 5
- Trails Trail Running
- 5
- Total Distance
- 11 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 5 miles
- Total Descent
- 1,137 ft
- Total Vertical
- 100 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 307 ft
- Reports
- 20
- Photos
- 23
- Completed Counter
- 208
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Lincoln Parish Park
- 4
- 8
Popular Ruston Mountain Biking Trails
• 95 ★ 4.0 • 2 miles • 191 ft • 104 •
- Singletrack with technical descents - A couple rock rolls and berms - Infamous "Alpine" hill
• 40 ★ 0.0 • 3 miles • 242 ft • 7 •
- Singletrack on hard packed dirt - Fast and flowy with 2 creek crossings - Scattered berms and jumps
• 80 ★ 0.0 • 1,467 ft • 0 ft • 6 •
- Easiest trail for beginners - No jumps - Introduction to flow trails
• 85 ★ 0.0 • 2,270 ft • 76 ft • 6 •
- Return line back to Waterfall Hub - Follow the signs
• 75 ★ 0.0 • 1,781 ft • 0 ft • 6 •
-4ft wide trail on hard packed dirt -Introduction to table tops and berms -One level up from
• 90 ★ 0.0 • 1,440 ft • 0 ft • 6 •
- Technical flow trail - Features drops, rock gardens, and tight berms - One level up from
• 55 ★ 0.0 • 1,345 ft • 0 ft • 6 •
- LPP's Jump line - 9 total jumps with tight berms - Hard packed dirt
Photos of Ruston Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parish Park Road | Sep 6, 2026 @ 2:24pm (America/Chicago) Sep 6, 2026 | Ideal | BikeNeon | ||
| Tech | Sep 6, 2026 @ 2:24pm (America/Chicago) Sep 6, 2026 | Unknown | BikeNeon | ||
| Return line | Sep 6, 2026 @ 2:24pm (America/Chicago) Sep 6, 2026 | Unknown | BikeNeon | ||
| Yellow Jacket | Sep 6, 2026 @ 2:24pm (America/Chicago) Sep 6, 2026 | Unknown | BikeNeon | ||
| Section 2 | Mar 30, 2026 @ 2:04pm (America/Chicago) Mar 30, 2026 | Ideal | WillieJacobsz Trailforks | ||
| Tent Camp Road | Mar 30, 2026 @ 2:03pm (America/Chicago) Mar 30, 2026 | Ideal | WillieJacobsz Trailforks | ||
| Section 1 | Mar 30, 2026 @ 2:03pm (America/Chicago) Mar 30, 2026 | Ideal | WillieJacobsz Trailforks | ||
| Picnic Point Road | Mar 30, 2026 @ 2:03pm (America/Chicago) Mar 30, 2026 | Ideal | WillieJacobsz Trailforks | ||
| Section 5 | Mar 30, 2026 @ 2:03pm (America/Chicago) Mar 30, 2026 | Ideal | WillieJacobsz Trailforks | ||
| Concession Beach Road | Mar 30, 2026 @ 2:03pm (America/Chicago) Mar 30, 2026 | Ideal | WillieJacobsz Trailforks |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BikeNeon | add | report | activity #103245504 and 3 more | Sep 7, 2026 @ 1:09am Sep 7, 2026 |
| kingrich225 | ridden | region | activity #100211185 | Jul 28, 2026 @ 10:18am Jul 28, 2026 |
| dllawson819 | ridden | trail | activity #100126092 | Jul 27, 2026 @ 6:23am Jul 27, 2026 |
| jmoellermx | ridden | trail | activity #97359713 and 3 more | Jun 19, 2026 @ 6:42pm Jun 19, 2026 |
| Dfowler604 | wishlist | region | activity #96566406 | Jun 8, 2026 @ 3:13pm Jun 8, 2026 |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 12 | 11 miles | 1,135 ft | 5 miles | 98 ft | #6,997 | #2,318 | 21 | 20 | 1,150 | ||
| E-Bike | 12 | 11 miles | 1,135 ft | 5 miles | 98 ft | 17 | 31 | |||||
| Hike | 5 | 9 miles | 781 ft | 3 miles | 98 ft | #12,943 | #4,633 | 2 | 20 | 24 | ||
| Trail Running | 5 | 9 miles | 781 ft | 3 miles | 98 ft | #12,514 | #4,366 | 20 | 9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Ruston?
Ruston has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Ruston?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Ruston are:
- Section 5 (4/5)
- Dual Slalom (0/5)
- Green Mamba (0/5)
- Yellow Jacket (0/5)
- Moto (0/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Ruston?
There are 2 parking locations listed in Ruston. The most popular parking spots are:
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What is the longest trail in Ruston?
The longest trail in Ruston is Section 1 at 3.1 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Ruston?
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Ruston?
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How many trails are in Ruston?
Ruston has a total of 12 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Ruston to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Ruston?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Ruston is Section 1 with 242 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Ruston?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Ruston is Section 5 with 235 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Ruston?
Ruston supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading.
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What bike services are there in Ruston?
The following bike services are available in Ruston:
- Bike Shop (1)
- Trail Association (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Ruston?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Ruston is Return line with an average grade of 2.8%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Ruston?
Yes, there are 2 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Ruston. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are the trails open in Ruston?
Out of 14 trails:
- Clear / Green: 14
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Can I ride an ebike in Ruston?
There are 20 trails in Ruston that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Ruston?
The most popular Strava segments in Ruston are:
- Screaming Trees (1,682 athletes)
- Campground (1,228 athletes)
- Sprint to singletrack (1,196 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Ruston?
There are 23 technical trail features (TTFs) in Ruston. Some popular features include:
- Creek Crossing (Other)
- Hairpin turn
- Jump into creek crossing (Jump)
- Rock rolls (Rock Face)
- Technical Climb (Other)
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Are there local clubs or events in Ruston?
There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Ruston directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Ruston?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Ruston are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Ruston?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Ruston are:
- Strider (0/5)
- Return line (0/5)
- Green Mamba (0/5)
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